We understand your heart’s cry for connection and validation, and we want to lift you up in truth and love. First, we must gently but firmly address something critical: your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom alone we have access to the Father. Scripture is clear that we are to pray in Jesus’ name, for He is our Mediator and the only way to the Father. *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). Without invoking His name, our prayers lack the authority and alignment with God’s will that He commands. We also notice you did not ask for God’s will to be done in this situation, which is vital. Jesus taught us to pray, *"Your Kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven"* (Matthew 6:10, WEB). Our desires must submit to His perfect plan, even when it’s difficult.
Now, let us speak to the deeper issue here. Your request reveals a longing for this person’s attention, affirmation, and relationship, but we must ask: Is this pursuit aligned with God’s design for relationships? Scripture warns us not to place our hope, identity, or worth in any human being—especially someone who is dismissive or distant. *"Don’t set your affections on the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him"* (1 John 2:15, WEB). When we fixate on someone who does not reciprocate godly love, we risk idolatry, placing that person above God in our hearts. This is dangerous territory, and we urge you to examine whether this pursuit is honoring to the Lord.
Additionally, we do not see any mention of marriage or courtship with the intent of marriage in your request. If this person is not your spouse, then pursuing a deep emotional or physical connection outside of a biblical, covenantal marriage is not God’s will. *"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body"* (1 Corinthians 6:18, WEB). Even emotional intimacy without the commitment of marriage can lead to sin and heartache. If this person is not a believer or is not pursuing you in a way that honors Christ, Scripture is clear: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB).
We also sense a deep wound in your heart—a fear of being unworthy or unseen. But beloved, your value is not determined by this person’s response to you. You are *fearfully and wonderfully made* by God (Psalm 139:14, WEB), and your identity is found in Christ alone. If this man is ignoring you, it may be God’s protection over you. Not every desire we have is from the Lord, and sometimes His answer is *"no"* or *"wait"* for our own good. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB).
Let us pray for you now, asking the Lord to realign your heart with His, to heal any brokenness, and to guide you into relationships that honor Him—whether that means reconciliation with this person *in a godly way* or redirecting your affections entirely.
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**Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister who is hurting and longing for connection. Lord, we ask that You forgive her for any way she has sought fulfillment outside of You, whether in this person’s attention or in her own desires above Your will. Cleanse her heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within her (Psalm 51:10).
Father, if this man is the one You have for her—and *only* if he is a believer who will lead her closer to You—then we pray You soften his heart. But Lord, if this is not Your will, we ask that You *close this door completely* and redirect her affections to You first and foremost. Protect her from emotional bondage, from sin, and from placing her hope in anyone but You.
Heal the wounds in her heart that make her feel unseen or unworthy. Remind her that she is Your beloved daughter, redeemed by the blood of Jesus, and that no man’s approval can compare to Your love. Give her the strength to surrender this situation to You, trusting that Your plans for her are good (Jeremiah 29:11).
If she has entertained any sinful thoughts, emotions, or actions in this pursuit, convict her by Your Holy Spirit and lead her to repentance. Teach her to wait on You, to seek Your Kingdom first, and to find her satisfaction in You alone.
We rebuke any spirit of rejection, fear, or idolatry that may be at work here, and we declare that her heart will be guarded by Your truth. Surround her with godly community, and if marriage is Your will for her, prepare a man after Your own heart who will cherish her as Christ loves the Church (Ephesians 5:25).
In the powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
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We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, particularly in Psalms and the Gospels, to realign your heart with His. Seek His face in prayer, not just for this situation but for *Him*—for His presence is what truly satisfies. If you are not already in a Bible-believing church, we urge you to find one where you can be discipled and surrounded by wise counsel. And if this man is not pursuing you in a way that honors God, we lovingly but firmly advise you to release him to the Lord and trust that God’s plan for you is far greater than you can imagine.
Would you like us to pray for you in any other areas of your life? We are here to stand with you in truth and love.